Emoji Use Signals Distinct Personality Traits in Men and Women
New study shows emoji use reveals personality: men with manipulative or unstable traits and women with narcissistic traits use emojis most.
People who think they’re good at detecting fake news stories are also the most likely to fall for them
May 31, 2021
Research shows overconfidence in ability to spot fake news leads to increased consumption and sharing of false information, especially if it aligns with personal beliefs.
A tamarin will change its accent to avoid conflict with other monkeys, this new study shows
May 27, 2021
Tamarins use 'accent' of other species to communicate in shared territories potentially avoiding conflict, as detailed in study by Jacob Dunn and team.
The more we recall a memory, the more the detail of that memory fades away
May 26, 2021
Vibrant and detailed parts fade, leaving only the "gist" or main meaning of the memory as it is recalled more frequently.
Depression references in rap lyrics doubled from 1998 – 2018, the latest research shows
May 20, 2021
The study analyzed the top 25 rap songs from 1998 to 2018, finding increased references to anxiety, depression, and suicide, mirroring the nation's mental health crisis.
The economic costs of sexual harassment: a #MeToo scandal means a 1.5% loss ($450m) in company value
May 19, 2021
In the long term, these firms recover only about half of the lost value, with greater losses for CEO-involved scandals and excessive media attention.
The Big Five trait of agreeableness can be detected by a brain scan
May 13, 2021
The Big Five trait of agreeableness can contribute to identifying qualities of good citizenship. Individuals high in agreeableness tend to be cooperative, reliable, and empathetic, all of which are qualities of good citizens. Their ability to work well with others and show compassion can make them valuable members of a community.
Artificial intelligence for violin making: better than Stradivarius
May 12, 2021
AI can predict sound and determine optimal shapes for violin plates, improving quality and craftsmanship for better instruments.
New research shows that people low in self-esteem are much more likely to blame their personal problems on politics
May 11, 2021
Low self-esteem and lack of control lead some individuals to blame politics for their own personal problems.